1990 Honda Civic vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 21 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1980 TVR Tasmin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
